The Calphalon Signature Stainless Steel 1-Quart Sauce Pan with Cover is made with five layers of metal that deliver exceptionally even heating and precise temperature control. Three layers of aluminum spread the heat evenly across the entire pan, and two stainless steel layers provide a stunning and durable surface that is dishwasher safe and induction capable. The small 1-quart stainless steel Sauce Pan is perfectly sized for so many cooking jobs: use it to reheat foods, melt butter, boil an egg, or make small batches of soup, sauces, breakfast cereals, rice and more. With rounded corners for easy stirring, the sauce pan finished is with a beautiful brushed stainless steel handle.